Yesterday we had the privilege of being a part of Maires Journey. While on a departure off Mackinac Island back to Mackinaw City, Capt. Billy and crew slowed their vessel, The Hope, down to pick up a pink, wooden sailboat out of Lake Huron. At that time, no passengers on board knew what was going on but quickly became a part of this special story. Capt. Billy spoke over the PA system to them and read what was written on the sail of this boat they just collected-- My name is Maire. I died of sarcoma cancer. My ashes are enclosed in this boat and I am on my way to the ocean. If you find me, please set me back on my path. I will bless you from Heaven. If I have reached the ocean, please let my brothers and sisters know. You can reach them through my Facebook page, Maires Journey. Please go to her page to learn more about this amazing 24-year-old young lady and to also see what some of our passengers on The Hope wrote about this experience. The ceremonial launch of Maires boat was yesterday, July 12th at Cross Village Beach. Her journey will take her to through the Great Lakes, onto the Detroit River, through the Erie Canal out to the Hudson River, then to the New York City harbor. It is here where her ashes will be released by her family. It was truly an honor to be involved with such an emotional story. We also wanted to share some pictures of what took place yesterday for you to see.
Posted on: Sun, 13 Jul 2014 14:09:54 +0000
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